What to Bring for Residence Living

Setting up a room in a residence hall is an exciting element of being a new student! Your room will function as many things: a study place, a place to eat, to sleep, and a place to hang out with friends. With so many functions, it’s a great idea to start planning for items you will need in your room. We’ve compiled a list of items that will help make your room your personal place on campus! The list includes essential items as well as items that might make life in a residence hall even more enjoyable.

Sleeping

Pillows
Sheets (TwinXL)
Alarm Clock
Bedside Caddy
Comforter
Eye Mask/Ear Plugs
White Noise Machine

Relaxation

Area Rug
Fan
Floor Lamp
Room Fragrance/Plug-In
Speakers
Smart TV
Board Games
Gaming System
Hammock

Eating

Mini Fridge – 4 cubic feet or less (one per room)
Plates and Bowls
Cups and Mugs
Eating Utensils
Dish Soap/Towels
Travel Thermos
Water Bottle
Water Pitcher and Filter
Can Opener
Chip Clips
Coffee Pot
Food Storage

Organization

Under-bed Storage
Stacking Drawers
Shoe Storage
Hangers
Closet Organizer
Double Closet Rod
Cap/Purse Organizer
Drawer Organizer
Hooks/Command Strips
Door Mirror

Practical

Flashlight
Batteries
Umbrella
First Aid Kit
Basic Tool Kit
Hot Glue Gun
Sewing Kit

Cleaning

Wastebasket
Trash Bags
All-Purpose Cleaner
Clorox Wipes
Paper Towels
Small Vacuum
Sponge
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Toilet Bowl Brush
Shower Cleaner
Shower Scrub Brush
Hand Broom/Dustpan

Showering

Shower Curtain & Liner
Towels/Washcloths
Loofah
Shower Caddy
Toothbrush/Soap Case
Hair Dryer
Robe
Shower Shoes

Study

Desk Lamp
Desk Organizers
Calendar/Planner
Dry Erase/Bulletin Board
Surge Protector
Power Strip
Laptop Lock
Laptop Fan/stand

Laundry

Laundry Basket
Laundry Hamper
Detergent/Fabric Softener
Stain Remover/Pen
Drying Rack
Ironing Board and Iron
Over the Door Towel Rack
Hand Vacuum

What NOT To Bring

Candles/Candle Warmers
Halogen Lamps
Microwave
George Foreman Grill
Space Heater
Air Conditioners
Deep Freezer
Toaster Oven
Pets